These natural materials channel some serious island-inspired vibes, just right for creating that carefree, laidback atmosphere that summer is all about.

Nothing feels more like summer than lounging on a backyard patio with a cold drink in hand on a sunny day. And the perfect way to set your perfect summer scene? Wicker and raffia furniture and accents.

Wicker, which refers to the weave of natural plant fibres like bamboo and willow, is often used for outdoor patio furniture and lends both style and texture to a space. Raffia, on the other hand, refers to woven palm leaves that are native to Africa. Both natural materials pair perfectly with a coastal colour palette. Think: sand, stone and soothing shades of blues and greens inspired by the ocean. But don’t think they need to be solely relegated to the outdoors. Use wicker and raffia both indoors and out for a beach-chic look you’ll love all summer long.

Ready to incorporate this sizzling summer trend into your home, both indoors and out? From the pages of Style at Home to fab finds you can shop right now, check out these easy ideas:

1 Grey resin wicker furniture

Image: Virginia Macdonald | Story: Outdoor Living: Casual Backyard Oasis

The resin wicker furniture featured here is not only stylish in a chic shade of grey but it’s strong and sturdy, perfect for withstanding the outdoor elements. 

2 Wicker lanterns

Illuminate your outdoor space with these gorgeous hanging lanterns that will add the perfect ambiance to your gathering as the sun fades and nighttime sets in.

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3 Raffia wallpaper

Raffia can be found in more than furniture and home accents. This raffia wallpaper adds the texture of this fibre to your home, along with a modern sunburst pattern in raised, metallic inks. 

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4 Retro wicker chairs

5 Resin wicker chairs

Prefer a more masculine look? These resin wicker chairs, part of the CANVAS collection from Canadian Tire, are a rich brown and pair perfectly with deeply saturated blue cushions.

6 Raffia baskets

These beautiful, oversized storage baskets are inspired by baskets made by villagers in Tanzania. They are multi-functional and can be used indoors for laundry or to store linens, or outdoors to hold potted plants. 

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7 Raffia nightstand

The natural look of raffia is given an upgrade on this stunning bedroom nightstand. Raffia is carefully wrapped by hand around the wooden frame of this nightstand, then coated with lacquer to protect the finish. 

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8 Raffia Pillow

There’s no decorating trick easier than perfectly placed pillows. These black and cream cushions will add instant style to your outdoor patio set. When the season is over, just bring them inside to dress up your living room sofa. 

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9 Wicker armchair

The Provence Bucket Armchair boasts a design inspired by the south of France and is handwoven with all-weather wicker. You may have to drag friends out of this comfortable armchair long after the party’s over!

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10 Raffia Hats

Add the natural texture of raffia to your home in a unique and unexpected way. Raffia hats hung together to make a gallery wall of sorts looks beautiful and will evoke the feeling of summer as soon as someone enters your home. 

11 Wicker porch chairs

Create a classic cozy lounge space on your front porch with wicker furniture. Team it with rugs underfoot and candles, and it'll be the perfect spot for your morning cup of joe, afternoon book break or summer nightcap.